The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Hazel Crest, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 200 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Hazel Crest, IL. Of these, 150 are Experienced, 39 are Advanced and 11 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hareth Raddawi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Raddawi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Raddawi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    4001 Vollmer Rd, 
    Olympia Fields, IL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjeev Joshi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia Fields, Illinois. Dr. Joshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mixed Gonadal Dysgenesis, Turner Syndrome, Perrault Syndrome, and Dementia. Dr. Joshi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rogelio Silva is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Silva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Silva is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Imad Elkhatib is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Elkhatib is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Elkhatib is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    4001 Vollmer Rd, 
    Olympia Fields, IL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Imlach is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Olympia Fields, Illinois. Dr. Imlach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Renovascular Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Imlach is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians, Family Practice.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Illinois Gastroenterology Group, LLC

    17901 Governors Hwy, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darren Ballard is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Ballard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ballard is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Illinois Gastroenterology Group, LLC

    17901 Governors Hwy, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carl Robinson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Robinson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Anesthesiology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Anesthesiology

    Midwest Anesthesiologists, Ltd

    17800 Kedzie Ave, 
    Hazel Crest, IL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu

    Ajit Kumar is an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain, Intestinal Cancer, Painful Swallowing, and Epidural Lipomatosis. Dr. Kumar is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    17850 Kedzie Ave, Ste 3500, 
    Hazel Crest, IL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Oriya
    Offers Telehealth

    Satya Mishra is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Dr. Mishra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mishra is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Charles A Amenta III, MD

    18161 Morris Ave, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Amenta is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Amenta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Perichondritis, and Myringotomy. Dr. Amenta is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Alliance Of Illinois: Homewood

    17901 Governors Hwy Ste 106, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rahul Julka is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Julka is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Internal Medicine

    9550 W 167th St, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Olmstead is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Olmstead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Colonoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Olmstead is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    21160 S La Grange Rd, 
    Frankfort, IL 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Chemello is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Frankfort, Illinois. Dr. Chemello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), and Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH). Dr. Chemello is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael D'astice is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. D'astice is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. D'astice is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC

    16001 108th Ave, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nirav Thakkar is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Thakkar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Renal Oncocytoma, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Thakkar is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC

    16001 108th Ave, 
    Orland Park, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Chan is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Chan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Sialadenitis, Tissue Biopsy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Chan is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Frankfort Medical Clinic SC

    10181 W Lincoln Hwy, 
    Frankfort, IL 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Khaja Asadullah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Frankfort, Illinois. Dr. Asadullah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Lung Metastases, Osteoarthritis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Asadullah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    9921 Southwest Hwy, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kamran Ayub is a Family Medicine provider practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Ayub is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 109 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ayub is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    3330 W 177th St Ste, Ste 1A, 
    Hazel Crest, IL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Nader Beshay is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Dr. Beshay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Beshay is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

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    17901 Governors Hwy Ste 106, 
    Homewood, IL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Kaiser is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Homewood, Illinois. Dr. Kaiser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Painful Swallowing?

    Painful swallowing is any pain or discomfort while swallowing. You may feel it high in the neck or lower down behind the breastbone. Most often, the pain feels like a strong sensation of squeezing or burning. Painful swallowing may be a symptom of a serious disorder.

    When should I see a Painful Swallowing doctor near Hazel Crest, IL?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Painful Swallowing doctor near Hazel Crest, IL?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Painful Swallowing doctors near Hazel Crest, IL?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Painful Swallowing doctors near Hazel Crest, IL?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Painful Swallowing doctor near Hazel Crest, IL?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Painful Swallowing doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Painful Swallowing doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Painful Swallowing doctor near Hazel Crest, IL?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Painful Swallowing doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Painful Swallowing doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Painful Swallowing doctors near Hazel Crest, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Painful Swallowing doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Painful Swallowing doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Painful Swallowing doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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